United Methodist Foundation of West Ohio

09/01/2026

Clergy Development Grant Applications are open! Use the QR code below or click here to apply: https://www.westohioumc.org/2026-united-methodist-foundation-west-ohio-grants

08/31/2026

Calling all WOC Clergy and LLPs: The Foundation's fall grant cycle launches TOMORROW, benefiting YOU! Grants are available for individual clergy seeking renewal, and for individual clergy and LLPs seeking educational or personal development opportunities. Click below to learn more!

Earlier this year, the United Methodist Foundation of West Ohio launched a new grant program that included a spring grant cycle that focused on children, youth, and young adults; and an upcoming fall grant cycle focused on clergy development. On September 1, the fall grant cycle opens offering three...

08/25/2026

The Nonprofit Partner Summit RETURNS!

If you are a faith-based nonprofit, make sure you have November 5th blocked on your calendar for this one-day educational conference. You will learn from expert speakers and gain tangible skills to help your organization with leadership, administration, fundraising, and more!

08/24/2026

The Foundation is committed to clergy development and wellness, which is why our fall grant cycle will provide support for individual clergy seeking renewal; and individual clergy and Licensed Local Pastors (LLPs) seeking educational or personal development opportunities. Grant applications open next week on September 1st!

Please click here to learn more:

Earlier this year, the United Methodist Foundation of West Ohio launched a new grant program that included a spring grant cycle that focused on children, youth, and young adults; and an upcoming fall grant cycle focused on clergy development. On September 1, the fall grant cycle opens offering three...

08/19/2026

We're still basking in the glow of the time we got to spend with friends and colleagues at Lakeside Chautauqua last week for their stewardship conference! Many thanks to Dale Crabtree from Heartland Methodist Foundation for many of these great photos!

08/16/2026

It was a hot day at Korean Madisonville United Methodist CH but this crew was eager to hear about the United Methodist Foundation of West Ohio!

08/16/2026

Could your church reflect the love of Christ to the oppressed and outcast? Apply today!

Is your local UMC looking for a way to "welcome the stranger" in your community? 🤝

Encourage your church to apply for a Mustard Seed Migration Grant and receive support for a ministry or project that cares for migrants and refugees in your midst!

Tap the link in the comments to learn more and apply.

08/13/2026

Hello, Saints! Earlier this year, the Foundation was able to award 19 VBS mini-grants across the West Ohio Conference of The United Methodist Church from the Clara's Kiddies Jesse's Vine endowment fund. And now as summer begins to ramp up, we are beginning to see those grant dollars in action as VBS ministries are taking place! Our friends at Epiphany UMC had their VBS and an "On the Road" VBS with Morrow UMC. Not only did they host many children, but some of those children got very involved and wanted to know more about Christ, bringing their families with them! Everyone received Bibles and activity books, but more importantly, people got to experience Jesus like never before. Epiphany UMC wants to continue the "On the Road" VBS next year and we think that's an awesome idea. Congratulations Epiphany United Methodist Church for a successful and blessed VBS!

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08/11/2026

It’s been a great start to the Lakeside Chautauqua Stewardship and Financial Wellness conference! We’re grateful to these West Ohio leaders for taking time away to learn more about growing generosity in their churches.

08/10/2026

Hello, Saints! Earlier this year, the Foundation was able to award 19 VBS mini-grants across the West Ohio Conference of The United Methodist Church from the Clara's Kiddies Jesse's Vine endowment fund. And now as summer begins to ramp up, we are beginning to see those grant dollars in action as VBS ministries are taking place! Our friends at Ware's Chapel - UMC recently had their VBS, hosting 27 children! A blessed increase from last year. The children received t-shirts, as did the staff, as well as a book of Psalms, markers and Bible verse posters! They're hoping to have a 5-day program next summer, vs the 4-day program from this year. What a blessing to share the Gospel with so many young people. Congratulation Ware's Chapel - UMC, on a super successful VBS!